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How to Get a Better VA Loan Rate: What Veterans Should Know

VA loans can provide valuable financing benefits for eligible veterans, active-duty service members and certain surviving spouses. Benefits may include the ability to purchase with no required down pa Aug 26, 2025

Force-Placed Insurance: The Costly Mistake Every Homeowner Should Avoid

Force-placed insurance, also called lender-placed insurance, is a type of property insurance that your mortgage lender can add to your loan if your own coverage lapses. It’s typically more expen Aug 19, 2025

Is it Better to Buy or Rent?

Deciding whether to rent or buy a home is more than a personal preference—it’s a financial decision that can affect your long-term stability and future wealth. Let’s break down the k Aug 12, 2025

Learn More about Home Renovation Loans

If you're planning to renovate your current home—or buy a property that needs work—a HomeStyle Renovation Loan from Fannie Mae may be a practical option. This type of loan combines the cos Aug 05, 2025

3 Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make - and How to Avoid Them

3 Big Mistakes First-Time Buyers Make — and How to Avoid Them By: Stuart Kiehne, President Buying your first home is an exciting milestone—but it’s also easy to make avoidable mistak Aug 04, 2025

Explaining the Mortgage Contingency Clause

Buying a home is a major decision, and most buyers need a loan to make it happen. That’s where the mortgage contingency comes in—a clause in your purchase agreement that can protect you if Jul 29, 2025